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National Advance Care Planning Day reminds Islanders to talk about their future health care wishes
2021-04-16
April 16 is National Advance Care Planning Day, a day for Islanders to have a conversation about wishes and values for their future health care. This year’s theme is, Advance Care Planning: An Essential Conversation for Everyone, . Advance Care Planning is about having discussions with close...
Health PEI Easter Holiday service closures
2021-04-01
Due to the upcoming Easter Holidays the following Health PEI services will be closed., COVID-19 Testing Clinics closed:, O'Leary: Good Friday (April 2) and Easter Monday (April 5) Montague: Good Friday (April 2) and Easter Monday (April 5) Slemon Park: Good Friday (April 2) Park Street:...
COVID-19 vaccine appointments for Pfizer-BioNtech, Moderna vaccines continuing at new locations
2021-03-30
Patients who are scheduled to receive COVID-19 vaccine at the large vaccine clinics run by Health PEI are reminded that clinic locations in Charlottetown and Summerside have changed. Those who have an appointment in Charlottetown are now advised to go to the Eastlink Centre rather than the Sherwood...
New program to connect children waiting for autism assessments with interventions
2021-03-16
A new Health PEI program will provide early intervention for children who are awaiting an autism assessment from a psychologist. The Social ABCs program is a structured, evidence-based early intervention program for children identified as possibly having autism spectrum disorder (ASD), providing...
Health PEI taking vaccine appointments bookings earlier for Islanders
2021-03-12
Health PEI is advising new groups of those in the 75 plus age category that they can book their COVID-19 vaccine appointment earlier, due to our rapid ability to book a large number of the first co-hort. The new schedule is as follows: Those born May-August can start to book their vaccine today,...
Health PEI announces new leadership structure
2021-01-21
A new leadership structure is coming to Health PEI, one that will help to streamline decision making, break down barriers between programs, improve overall coordination of the health care system and provide responsive services to the increasing health needs of Islanders. “No matter where or how you...
COVID-19 testing clinics moving to holiday hours
2020-12-24
COVID-19 drop-in testing sites will be modified over the holidays giving a much-earned break to testing clinic staff. If you require a COVID-19 test that would normally occur on Dec. 24th, 25th, Dec. 31st or Jan 1st, please plan ahead to be tested within the following operational hours : Slemon...
New online mental health program connects Islanders to mental health and substance use services
2020-12-23
Prince Edward Island has launched a new online mental health service in partnership with Canada Health Infoway. Bridge the gapp is an online resource for Islanders to find mental health and substance use support information and select what best meets their needs. People can connect with local...
Health care walk-in clinics moving to holiday hours
2020-12-22
Health care walk-in clinics across Prince Edward Island will be modified over the holiday break. The holiday walk-in clinics schedule is available at: walk-in clinic schedule . Call 911 or go to an emergency department when you have: discomfort or tightness in the chest; unusual shortness of breath...
Health PEI Psychologists offer holiday coping tips during COVID
2020-12-18
As we approach the holiday season, Islanders are reminded that many mental health and addiction services are available year-round to those who need support. “These are trying times filled with lots of difficult emotions,” said Dr. Jacqueline (Jackie) Roche, clinical psychologist, Health PEI. “...